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New Fingerprint Rule for Foreign Nationals Amid Trade Tensions

3/13/2025

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Beginning April 11, foreign nationals aged 14 and older will be required to register and provide fingerprints if they plan to stay in the U.S. for more than 30 days. This move, stemming from President Trump's executive order to strengthen immigration controls, comes amid escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions, sparking worries about economic repercussions and strained diplomatic ties.

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Beginning April 11, foreign nationals aged 14 and older will be required to register and provide fingerprints if they plan to stay in the U.S. for more than 30 days. This move, stemming from President Trump's executive order to strengthen immigration controls, comes amid escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions, sparking worries about economic repercussions and strained diplomatic ties.